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Independent electricity vendors now want the government to end the monopoly of smart meters buying by Kenya Power.  

The 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams have begun with 965,501 candidates participating across 10,755 centres up from 903,138 candidates in 2023. The exams will begin with practical and oral assessments in elective subjects, including French, German, Kenya

The High Court has upheld the constitutionality of the 1.5 per cent Affordable Housing levy imposed on workers, dismissing claims of double taxation and discrimination.

The fate of impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua hangs in the balance as a three-judge bench convenes today to hear a petition challenging the nomination of Kithure Kindiki as the Deputy President-designate. The bench, comprising Justices Eric Ogola, Anthony Mrima, and Fre

Gachagua arrived at the courthouse accompanied by his political allies, including former UDA Secretary-General Cleophas Malala

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has summoned impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over assassination claims he made when he was discharged from the Karen Hospital. Gachagua accused the government of trying to poison him twice. The DCI, in a letter Monday e

The government insists that the initiative is designed to meet the critical housing needs of the citizens.

Duale says NEMA will not permit clubs in residential areas unless they fully comply with soundproofing and environmental laws.

Central to these changes is the switch from TLScontact to VFS Global as the new commercial partner for visa printing.

The Bahamas now the third country to send its officers to the war-torn country after Kenya and Jamaica.

The impeachment culminated in a public falling out between Gachagua and President William Ruto.

Gachagua arrived at the courthouse accompanied by his political allies, including former UDA Secretary-General Cleophas Malala

Justice Ogola, presiding, issued the directive after prolonged arguments over the bench with Gachagua's lawyers challenging the involvement of Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu in empaneling the bench. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA) has officially been licensed by the Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB) to operate the Northern Collector Bulk Water Supply System. According to a statement this move marks a major milestone in Kenya's efforts to improve access to

President William Ruto has finally opened up about his fallout with the impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua with a push to have the impeachment cases dismissed.

A three-judge bench is expected to rule on Tuesday on the legality of impeaching and replacing Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Judges Eric Ogola, Antony Mrima and Freda Mugambi will hear an application challenging an order barring the swearing-in of Prof. Kithure Kindiki as th

Lawyer Adrian Kamotho contended that the nomination of Kindiki to replace Rigathi Gachagua following his impeachment on Thursday, October 17, can only be challenged as a presidential election petition at the Supreme Court. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.k

Gachagua is challenging his removal, arguing that the case raises significant constitutional issues that warrant a panel of diverse judges. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

A court in Peru has sentenced former President Alejandro Toledo to 20 years and six months in jail for corruption and money-laundering. Prosecutors say he - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Cameroon’s 91-year-old President Paul Biya has been seen in public for the first time in six weeks amid speculation about his ailing health. His absence - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

The United Nation's Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has said it is "deeply concerned" by news that four refugees were returned to Turkey from Kenya. The refugees - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit in Malindi, working alongside a multi-agency team from Sabaki Bridge, have arrested a notorious drug trafficker in Kilifi County and seized heroin worth approximately Ksh14.5 million. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations

Detectives from Kilimani have arrested three suspects in connection with a daring burglary that occurred in Westlands, Nairobi, where electronic items, cash, and valuables worth thousands of dollars were stolen. The suspects, Lenah Khamatioli (28), Ian Kavaya (28), and Peninah Mu

Impeached DP's allegations termed as serious and sensitive.

In stark contrast to his past visit, President Ruto did not have any public engagements; his access was restricted, and his address was limited to the written English speech.

The court is set to hear two cases regarding conservatory orders aimed at preventing deputy president nominee Kithure Kindiki from assuming office.  

DCI has summoned impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to record a statement regarding allegations of assassination attempts.

The Council of Governors (CoG) has accused the national government of frustrating devolution by delaying disbursement of funds.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has certified Egypt as malaria-free, marking a significant public health milestone for a country with more than 100 million inhabitants. The achievement follows a nearly 100-year effort by the Egyptian government and people to end a disease tha

DCI has summoned impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to record a statement regarding allegations of assassination attempts.

Last week, Justice Mwongo barred Kindiki from assuming the office of Deputy President following the case filed by the petitioners.

Doubts have emerged over the identity of a body suspected to be that of Della MCA Yussuf Hussein Ahmed, who has been missing. 

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi will depart the country Sunday evening for the 27th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) set to take place in Apia, Samoa from October 21 to 26, 2024. During the meeting, Mudavadi will highlight government’s adoption of the C

Practical and oral tests for elective subjects will take place on Tuesday while common papers for all candidates begin on November 4.

They also want Treasury to adjust timelines for publishing budget statements after submission to Parliament.

Gachagua questioned how the case seeking to halt his impeachment at the Senate was forwarded to the three-judge bench without express instructions from Chief Justice Martha Koome. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Impeached DP Rigathi Gachagua's lawyer has condemned three judges for not halting the impeachment process despite a set timeline to review applications from Parliament and the Attorney General.

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 21 - The government says four Turkish nationals reportedly abducted on Friday have been repatriated. In a statement, State Department - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

It follows the repeated failure by Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo to honour seven summons by Senate committees.